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Easy Healthy Turkey Meatballs (with Zucchini Noodles)

Easy Healthy Turkey Meatballs Recipe

Easy Healthy Turkey Meatballs! They are incredibly juicy and flavorful (never dry!) thanks to a secret healthy ingredient. They're low-carb, perfect for meal prep, and a dinner the whole family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground turkey 93/7
  • 1 small zucchini finely grated (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup almond flour or Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 large egg lightly beaten
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 24 oz jar of your favorite marinara sauce for serving

Equipment

  • Large Baking Sheet or Large Skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Box Grater
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

  1. Prep Zucchini: Place the grated zucchini in the center of a clean kitchen towel or several paper towels. Squeeze tightly to remove as much excess liquid as possible.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the ground turkey, squeezed zucchini, almond flour, chopped onion, minced garlic, beaten egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Use your hands to gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Form Meatballs: Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs (a medium cookie scoop works well). You should get about 20-24 meatballs.
  4. Cook the Meatballs (Two Options):
  5. To Bake (Recommended): Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and lightly browned.
  6. To Pan-Fry: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.
  7. Simmer in Sauce: While the meatballs cook, warm your marinara sauce in a large saucepan or pot over medium heat.
  8. Serve: Add the cooked meatballs to the warm marinara sauce and gently stir to coat. Let them simmer in the sauce for 5-10 minutes. Serve hot over zucchini noodles, pasta, or your favorite base.